Peugeot 3008
2008
The Peugeot 3008 is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) known for its distinctive and modern design, upmarket interior with the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit, and a wide array of powertrain options, including fully electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and traditional combustion engines. The latest generation (Gen 3, from 2024) features a sleek fastback SUV silhouette.
Key Features and Technology
The 3008 is praised for its sophisticated style and premium feel.
PEUGEOT i-Cockpit®: The interior is centered around the i-Cockpit, which includes a compact multifunction steering wheel, elegant chrome toggle switches for quick access to functions, and a high-definition digital instrument panel. The latest generation features a stunning curved 21-inch HD panoramic display.
Design: The exterior boasts a bold, assertive look with a frameless vertical grille and iconic "fang-like" LED daytime running lights. The rear features full LED lights with the three-claw effect signature.
Practicality: The boot capacity is generous for its class, offering around 520 litres of space, which expands to over 1,480 litres with the rear seats folded down.
Safety and Assistance: Available driver aids include Active Blind Spot Detection, Active Lane Keeping Assistance, Adaptive Cruise Control with stop function, and a 360° camera system.
Powertrain Options The 3008 is built on a new platform (STLA Medium for Gen 3 models) that supports multiple energy types.
Electric (e-3008):
Electric 210: 210 hp (157 kW) motor with a 73 kWh (usable) battery, offering a WLTP range of approximately 311 miles (500 km).
Electric 320 Dual Motor (AWD): A dual-motor, all-wheel-drive version with 322 hp (240 kW) total output and a 73 kWh battery.
Long Range: A front-wheel-drive version with a larger 97 kWh (usable) battery (gross 101 kWh) is expected, with a potential range of over 400 miles (up to 700 km WLTP).
Mild Hybrid: A 1.2L Hybrid 136 (136 hp) 48V mild-hybrid petrol engine combined with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (e-DCS6), designed for improved fuel efficiency.
Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV):
Plug-in Hybrid 195 e-DCS7: A new version for the Gen 3 model producing 195 hp combined output.
Plug-in Hybrid 225 e-EAT8: This version produces 225 hp (combined) and offers an electric-only range of up to 42 miles (65 km) (WLTP).
An all-wheel drive PHEV (HYBRID4 300) was available in previous generations, producing 300 hp.
Petrol/Diesel (Previous Generations/Specific Markets): Older models offer various 1.2L PureTech petrol and 1.5L/2.0L BlueHDi diesel engines.